Things we love about Illinois: Krannert Art Museum

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One of our favorite things about our favorite institution of higher education.

Mary Timmins

Krannert Art Museum

Krannert Art Museum is a treasure trove of paintings, sculptures, photographs and crafts. Its permanent collection numbers no fewer than 10,000 pieces, their caliber evident in the names Childe Hassan, Winslow Homer, Mark Rothko, Max Beckman and more. Among Illinois museums, the Krannert is second only to the Art Institute of Chicago—and admission is free.

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